Doug Ritter RSK MKII - SHIPPED !! - was:Don't Spend All Your Holiday Cash Just Yet...

[dingobubba]

Little pricey, but I guess that's to be expected for a limited run. Pass.

 

[Mistwalker]

Man, I really like that one too. Nice pointy tip, just the way I like 'em and i bet with that grind on a 3/16 blade it's a heck of a slicer :thumbup:

What type sheath does it come with?

 

[caine]

On my list

 

[Guyon]

Knifeworks pre-orders these days typically require a small ($20) non-refundable deposit with the full amount not charged until shipping. Years ago they were no-deposit but I think there have been a lot of "oh, I changed my mind" situations.

BTW, I didn't get any note in the ordering process regarding how charges would work. I'm assuming the above is standard. I'll likely call tomorrow and check.

 

[Guyon]

What type sheath does it come with?

http://www.dougritter.com/dr_rsk_mk2.htm

The sheath follows in the Becker tradition, taken up a notch. It is nothing fancy, in part because in my experience better than half of fixed blade buyers won't like whatever sheath you provide, regardless, and will have a custom sheath made for them that's exactly what they want. What you get is a sturdy black nylon sheath with a heat molded plastic insert and a pocket on the front. The pocket has an elastic top and is big enough to hold an Altoids tin. Sewn onto the flap over the pocket is Doug Ritter-Becker collaboration logo in gray thread on a black tape. The handle retaining strap has a stiffener to make it easy to unsnap one-handed. Lashing points are provided top and bottom and the back is Molle compatible.

 

[JNewell]

BTW, I didn't get any note in the ordering process regarding how charges would work. I'm assuming the above is standard. I'll likely call tomorrow and check.

Yes, I was expecting to see something about deposits, timing of charges, etc. I also half-expected to see an order limit, but didn't find one.

 

[MikeyJ]

Hmmm...I like it. I like it a lot, and I know first hand that Rowen has a great HT and makes some tough blades (I own a few ESEE's). However, I think I may hold off until the Beckerhead Forum knife comes out...unless my buddy buys my shotgun, then I'll have some extra cash.

 

[Mighty1]

Yes, I was expecting to see something about deposits, timing of charges, etc. I also half-expected to see an order limit, but didn't find one.

Ditto. Ordered it but still would like to know when to expect it

 

[Guyon]

Doug, I took the liberty of bumping an old (and I mean old) inquiry thread over in the Camillus Collector's subforum and including info about this knife. :thumbup:

 

[Bladite]

i know for a LOT of people who've been whinging about getting a BK10 someday, that this knife maybe a reality they should consider. sure, it's not a BK10, but between the pedigree and relatively similar specs, heat treat, and so on, it's going to be spot on and probably better than the Camillus generation of BK10s by a lot.

now, while KaBar is in theory going to do that special release BK10 sometime, and MAY bring the BK10 back sometime (not soon?), there's a factor of how long can you wait? pondering the aftermarket prices i've seen on BK10s, well, mmmm, good deal!


Bladite

 

[DNK]

I wound if the balancing thingamabob is compatible with the micarta handles.

I'm sure they are. As long as you have a dremel and a drill, everything is compatible with everything.

I couldn't stop myself. I stumbled onto this thread and had to buy it. This is my third or fourth knife in about three weeks. I think I have a problem. Curse you BladeForums!

I guess it's okay though, I don't have a Becker yet. I like the ramp. It gives it a little je ne sais quoi.

 

[Jax718]

Put my order in. Limited Run, Rowen Made, Becker and Ritter. Oh heck yeah!!

 

[dl351]

Holy smokes! When I saw this knife I thought, "I want, no, I need that!" Unfortunately, funds don't allow at this time! Darn it! Come on now, everyone buy these up so a regular Kabar-Becker version gets made!

 

[sqoon]

As much as I want one, I really think I would like it more if it was KA-BAR. I imagine it would cost a bit less as well.

 

[Jake Bauer]

Holy crap!!! Not to mention blade made by ROWEN! WOW! I dont have the $ for one of these but I hope these first few go crazy fast so they will make more!!!

 

[nevermind35]

Looks like a very handy knife. Unfortunately at that price I think I'd rather get a couple other Beckers first.

 

[Phil Gibbs]

About time! :thumbup:

What took you guys so long??

 

[Critter]

About time! :thumbup:

What took you guys so long??

I keep asking myself that same question.

Stubbornness will sometimes win out.

 

[kingsqueak]

Looks really good and totally plugs a hole in the lineup. It becomes hard to consider when a BK2 is what $65 or so on the market? For another $40 or so, the RSK MKIII is right there with fancy steel.

There are so many ~$120 knives to choose from that I'm not sure on how unique this one is by comparison. At a more typical street price around $70, this thing would be a shining star.

Knocking on the door of Bark River, Fallkniven, ESEE, the list goes on and on...the choice is tough unless one is a Becker collector.

 

[Jax718]

Looks really good and totally plugs a hole in the lineup. It becomes hard to consider when a BK2 is what $65 or so on the market? For another $40 or so, the RSK MKIII is right there with fancy steel.

There are so many ~$120 knives to choose from that I'm not sure on how unique this one is by comparison. At a more typical street price around $70, this thing would be a shining star.

Knocking on the door of Bark River, Fallkniven, ESEE, the list goes on and on...the choice is tough unless one is a Becker collector.

I think that part of the appeal with this one is the fact that it is a limited run, which is going to appeal to those who do collect Beckers or just really like them. Plus it appears it's going to be a very capable field knife of excellent quality designed by two of the biggest names in survival/bushcraft. I always
hear people bragging on the quality of the ESEE line that is Rowen Made, the same Rowen that is making this knife and I would expect nothing but the same type of quality!! Plus you just don't see something new like this every day. It's worth a few o my coins:thumbup: